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The Marathon of Constant Vigilance

The Marathon of Constant Vigilance

You think that it will never happen to you—until it does.

Digital Signage in the New Normal

Digital Signage in the New Normal

As colleges and K-12 schools plan for classes this fall — online, in classrooms, or a hybrid of both — those that opt for in-person instruction will need to deliver it safely, ever-mindful of the coronavirus that’s still present.

Time to Put a Stop to Bullying

Time to Put a Stop to Bullying

Snitches get stitches. A news story about bullying has been tugging at my heartstrings the past few days. A kid’s black eye—and the repeated euphemism—makes me wonder how bullies feel in the aftermath of a sickening attack.



The Responsibilities of School Security Personnel

The Responsibilities of School Security Personnel

The duties and responsibilities of School Security Officers (SSOs) are complex and wide-reaching. In this article, we will explore what these duties and responsibilities are and why they are so important for school safety.

Tips for Overcoming the Supply Chain Crisis

Tips for Overcoming the Supply Chain Crisis

“Supply chain” is now a common household term. For educators and school administrators, ongoing supply chain disruptions continue to create challenges in their nutrition programs, course materials and equipment, and the learning environment itself.

Mass Notification Makes Moves to Manage Critical Events

Mass Notification Makes Moves to Manage Critical Events

Communicating a message so everyone on campus receives it is a challenge in and of itself. When that message contains urgent safety information, minor annoyances can become major headaches that put people at risk.

A Unified Approach to Campus Security

A Unified Approach to Campus Security

Many physical security solutions aimed at securing corporate, healthcare, and educational campuses have been introduced over the years.

Students Fear Walking Alone at Night

Students Fear Walking Alone at Night

Colleges love to hype the security of their campuses. During tours for prospective students and their parents, guides proudly point out surveillance cameras and “blue light” towers, and they explain the intricacies of their buildings’ access control systems.

Securing Outdoor Campus Spaces with Help from New Technologies

Securing Outdoor Campus Spaces with Help from New Technologies

The human brain doesn’t reach full maturity until around age 25. High school and college students may have bodies that resemble young adults, but there’s sometimes a disconnect between their physical appearance and behavior.

Digital Visitor Management Systems Keep Schools Safe

Digital Visitor Management Systems Keep Schools Safe

Antiquated methods for tracking visitors on a school campus can create added risk for staff and students. With one million registered sex offenders in the United States, schools that rely on handwritten visitor logs are putting their students and staff at risk.

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